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Soper, president and chief executive officer of Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, recently was promoted and will run the Mohegan Sun casino in Uncasville, Conn.

The chamber's Distinguished Citizen Award, sponsored by Luzerne Bank, is presented to individuals who have achieved the highest level of professional excellence and have given their best for the betterment of the Greater Wilkes-Barre area.

"This award represents recognition of special persons that have made our lives a little brighter and our area a better place in which to live, and Bobby Soper has most certainly done that," said Robert Snyder, president and chief executive officer of Luzerne Bank.

"He has made a significant impact on the region obviously through the growth and success of Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs," Snyder said. "At the same time, he has helped countless organizations in our community and his energy and drive have made a difference to so many people that call our region home."

Attorneys Ruth and Kim Borland of Borland and Borland Law will receive the Small Business of the Year Award, presented by PNC Bank.

In addition to their commitment to the legal profession, the Borlands are well-known in the community for the creation of the Valley Santa program and their work with the Meyers speech and debate team.

A special Lifetime Ambassador Award will be presented to Clayton Karambelas for his years of service as a goodwill ambassador for the chamber, nonprofits throughout the area and the Wilkes-Barre community.

For more information on sponsorships or reservations, call 570-823-2101, ext. 125 or ext. 131.

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